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Thursday, September 7, 2017

Kids' Weekend Guide: September 8th-10th

Explore a new (to you..) playground, like Fairland Regional Park.

Lovely weather this weekend and tons of things to do in our area! Kick the weekend off with a night hike in Laurel with some nocturnal buds, Waterfront Art Festival in Bladensburg, Arts Drop-In at MilkBoy ArtHouse in College Park, Kool Kids Book Launch Party in North Brentwood, explore a new-to-you playground, Storytime in Hyattsville & the Prince George's County Fair in Upper Marlboro. More ideas below!

SATURDAY Toddler Time @ Art Works Now
Open studio time for toddlers and their accompanying adults. Even the youngest children can explore a variety of age-appropriate art materials in a safe, fun environment. What to expect? Read my review of Toddler Time at Art Works Now.
When: 10am-12pm
Where: Art Works Now, 4800 Rhode Island Ave, Hyattsville
Cost: $5

Join us to celebrate the release of The
Kool Kids And The Land Of The Giants. The Kool Kids are a group of
Christian kids that motivate, educate, and Inspire kids, as well as
adults to face and defeat the giants that are in their life/land.
Giants such as Obesity, Heart Disease, Diabetes, Debt, Depression, etc. There will be food, prizes, giveaways, and lots of fun!
When: 11am-2pm

Fairland Regional Park Playground
Here's a rec for a new playground to explore this weekend! This playground has equipment and structures for wee ones and the 5-12 set (check out cool climbing structure in header pic)! About a 20 minutes drive from East West & Rt. 1. Pack a picnic + blanket and take a stroll through the park afterwards. And...Bring enough wipes for port-a-potty use.
When: Sunrise-Sunset
Where: 13950 Old Gunpowder Road, Laurel
Cost: Free!

Waterfront Art Festival
The festival will showcase the talent and work of local artists, from painting to sculptures, glass work to jewelry, photography and more! Demonstrations and workshops will delight and inspire, including a kid’s creative space. There'll also have food trucks, live music (Wild Anacostias play at 4pm) and performances, and river boat tours! Don't miss the fun!!
When: 12pm-6pm
Where: Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601 Annapolis Road, Bladensburg
Cost: Free!

Arts Drop-in at MilkBoy ArtHouseCollege Park Arts Exchange is bringing their classic Arts Drop-In series to MilkBoy ArtHouse! Topic: Mixed Media Sculpture - Make your own Objet d'art. Seating and capacity is limited. Project supplies are provided at no cost, but we encourage you to purchase brunch and support MilkBoy ArtHouse!
When: 11am-1pm
Where: MilkBoy ArtHouse, 7416 Baltimore Ave, College Park
Cost: Free!

Grandparents' Day Tours - Riversdale House Museum
What do ice-cream, hot dogs, and grandparents all have in common? They're all great American treasures! Show appreciation to your grandparents and treat them to a free tour on their special day!
When: 12:15-3:15pm
Where: Riversdale House Museum, 4811 Riverdale Road, Riverdale Park
Cost: One free tour per paid admission

Lake Artemesia
Get outside and go for a stroll or a bike ride or a slow but enjoyable crawl along lovely Lake Artemesia! Last time we went, spotted some turtles, frogs, ducks & birds of all stripes, beautiful lilipads & more!
When: Sunrise to sunset
Where: Berwyn Rd & 55th Ave, Berwyn Heights
Cost: Free!